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Chicago Bears Showing Interest In Two Players With No. 9 Pick

Originally posted on NFL Analysis Network
By Jake Rogers | Last updated 4/18/24

Excitement abounds for Chicago Bears enthusiasts, with the team securing the No. 1 pick for the second consecutive year, despite finishing last season with a 7-10 record.

Their offseason maneuvers have been particularly impressive, notably with the acquisitions of Keenan Allen, D’Andre Swift, and Kevin Byard.

While it seems almost certain that USC’s Caleb Williams will be their top pick, the Bears also hold the No. 9 spot, with two standout prospects reportedly on their radar.

According to Tony Pauline of Sportskeeda, should the Bears opt for a pass catcher, Washington’s Rome Odunze and Georgia’s Brock Bowers emerge as prime contenders for the role.

: If the #Bears draft a pass catcher at 9, it will be TE Brock Bowers or WR Rome Odunze, according to @TonyPauline

“Sources say if the Bears go pass catcher with the ninth pick, it will come down to Bowers or receiver Rome Odunze. Bowers was in Chicago on Tuesday… pic.twitter.com/kF4g8i0E2e
— JPAFootball (@jasrifootball) April 17, 2024

The Bears’ defense wrapped up the previous season on a high note, poised to maintain its status as one of the league’s most formidable units. This affords them the luxury to focus on bolstering their offense at No. 9, despite the recent addition of Allen.

Offensive struggles have plagued the Bears throughout their history, underscoring the significance of providing Williams with a more favorable environment than Justin Fields encountered a few seasons back.

The potential addition of Odunze to a receiving corps featuring Allen and DJ Moore could arguably render the Bears’ wide receiver lineup among the strongest in the NFL. Similarly, pairing Bowers with Cole Kmet on the tight end depth chart promises to elevate the team’s options significantly.

Opting for a luxury pick at No. 9 presents an enticing prospect for the Chicago Bears. While neither receiver nor tight end constitutes a pressing need, either player would inject a dynamic element into the offense that has been absent for years.

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